Hard- cooked eggs- sliced in half -with maybe a little dab of mayo and a sprinkle of sea salt

Or,

Peanut butter on a bagel

Then, just before they go out the door - Why not say a quick prayer - and/ or offer encouragement for the school year? And, then, the surprise - Ice Cream - that you have scooped into disposable little paper bowls with little plastic spoons at the ready!

Serving this in little bowls - such as those put out by Dixie paper plates - turns this into a "to-go" treat if you are facing a long and traffic-heavy drive. It allows you to determine the size of the portion - which should be IMHO small to moderate, maybe 6 ounces or so.. not too small, or you defeat the purpose. Too large, (more than 8 ounces,) and you run the risk of tummy problems. Keep the emphasis on school!

Here's some things that you can say!

Younger children:

Let each child say what they hope for the new school year. i.e. I hope I get Mr/Mrs. ________ for a teacher!